Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
Under general supervision, as a Demand Planner you will be responsible for developing and maintaining a demand (sales) forecast for finished goods and/or parts & supplies to drive financial and inventory decisions. You will also mentor and guide other demand planners on more complex tasks.
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Articulate advanced forecasting, economic knowledge and statistical expertise in preparing a sales forecast in units and dollars.
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Develop the demand consensus forecast for complex and highly visible finished goods and/or parts & supplies, utilizing the statistical forecast as the baseline and incorporating new business, promotions, external market factors, and new product introductions.
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Works with sales, marketing, finance, and product management to gather the necessary information and drive forecasting accountability throughout the organizations.
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Determine the best metrics to use to identify and address forecast issues.
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Develop new and innovative methods of analyzing data and determine which methods to apply.
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Develop proactive strategies to anticipate and mitigate issues and risks with respect to forecasting.
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Responsible for the configuration, parameters, and key figures in the Demand Planning system and recommends & implements improvements to the process.
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Identifies demand planning system and process improvements.
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Fine tune forecast model parameters and relevant hierarchies.
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Ensure quality of team's forecast and assist in consolidating and aggregating data for team analysis.
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May provide direction and training to less experienced team members.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Requires a bachelor's degree, preferably in Supply Chain/Logistics Management or Business Administration. Requires at least 1-3 years related experience.
Requires a broad understanding of statistical methodologies, strong abilities in forecasting and maintaining demand planning systems, and strong skills with SAP/APO or another advanced planning system.
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Broad knowledge of Supply Chain Management and working in a consensus, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) environment.
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Good understanding of best practices in demand planning.
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Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and training skills.
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Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and solid Customer Relations skills.
